Ohio Medical Board License Lookup: Verify Any Physician or PA License
February 28, 2026 · 5 min read
The Ohio State Medical Board regulates physicians, osteopathic physicians, physician assistants, and several other medical professionals. Here is how to verify licenses and understand what the information means.
Who the Ohio Medical Board Regulates
Ohio Medical License Renewal Cycle
Ohio physician licenses expire on a rolling basis tied to the licensee birth month. MD and DO licenses renew every 2 years in the physician birth month. PA licenses renew annually on December 31st. Physicians must complete 100 hours of CME per 2-year renewal cycle.
Understanding Medical License Numbers
Ohio Medical Board license numbers follow specific formats: MD licenses use format 35.XXXXXX, DO licenses use format 34.XXXXXX, and PA licenses use format 50.XXXXXX. Always include the full number with prefix and decimal point when searching.
For Healthcare Organizations
Hospitals and health systems that verify physician credentials regularly should consider the OhioLicenseCheck.com Business Portal or API. Track your entire medical staff license status, receive advance notice of upcoming expirations, and perform bulk verification via CSV upload.
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